What's On

The Black Ferns are coming back to Ōtautahi Christchurch to face off against the world No.2 Canada at Apollo Projects Stadium. The 2025 Rugby World Cup is just around the corner, so every Black Ferns match in the Pacific Four Series is a must-watch! It’s a great kick off time at 3.35pm too, so head along and support our amazing Wāhine Toa.

Tīrama Mai is back this winter to celebrate Puanga Matariki with an array of artistic lighting and cultural displays in the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch. The event will span Te Puna o Waiwhetū Christchurch Art Gallery and The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, but works will also be positioned along Worcester Boulevard, and at Riverside Market.

The 2025 Festival of Brass brings together New Zealand’s best brass and percussion musicians, along with bands from Australia, for five days of stunning performance and competitive events at the Christchurch Town Hall. All events are free of charge, with the exception of the prestigious “Evening of Melody”, 8pm Wednesday in the James Hay Theatre. Wednesday and Thursday showcase individual and ensemble performances, Friday and Saturday see the bands battle it out on-stage in the Douglas Lilburn Auditorium and James Hay Theatre, and the festival culminates with the Parade of Bands around Victoria Square 10.30am Sunday 6 July.

Doc Edge Festival is coming back to Ōtautahi Christchurch! This year Doc Edge is celebrating 20 Years of documentary excellence. As an Oscar®-Qualifying Festival, Doc Edge is a global platform for bold and impactful storytelling with a diverse line up of films. Full programme and tickets are available now!

Get ready, Ōtautahi, Go Live Festival is returning to Christchurch this winter with an epic line up featuring Minuit, Tadpole & Slim. Go Live brings 15 live and local Aotearoa acts to the Christchurch Town Hall across 4 stages. Go Live is stacked with local talent from Ōtautahi and beyond. Tickets are only 35 bucks!